Location: Fisher Student Center, 2nd Floor
Phone: 401-232-6900
Email: belonging@bryant.edu
Website: Office of Community and Belonging
At Bryant University we are committed to providing a safe, respectful, and supportive campus that emphasizes belonging, values different perspectives, and where all members of the community matter and can succeed. This office oversees The PwC Center, which includes the Intercultural Center, the Hochberg Women’s Center, and the Pride Center.
Location: Fisher Student Center, 2nd Floor
Phone: 401-232-6946
Website: The PwC Center
The PwC Center brings together the Intercultural Center, Hochberg Women’s Center, and Pride Center, creating a one-stop resource for students. By working collaboratively, these centers provide a wide range of support and services in one central location, making it easier for all students to access programs, resources, and activities that foster inclusivity and promote a sense of belonging. College can be an overwhelming time, and finding a sense of connection can sometimes feel difficult. This integrated approach ensures that all students have the support they need to build connections and feel at home in the Bryant community.
The PwC Center is dedicated to fostering a campus environment where everyone feels a strong sense of belonging. By offering resources, programs, and support, the center fosters inclusivity and helps Bryant community members feel valued, respected, and proud to contribute to a welcoming atmosphere.
The PwC Center also supports students in navigating challenges related to self-discovery, personal values, and cultural backgrounds, offering guidance and resources that encourage collaboration, empowerment, and growth. By creating spaces where all students can explore, share, and embrace their unique perspectives, the center contributes to their overall well-being and academic success.
Location: Fisher Student Center, 2nd Floor
Phone: 401-232-6946
Website: Intercultural Center
The Intercultural Center (ICC) is a place for international and domestic multicultural students and organizations. The Center supports and advocates for students and groups by providing culturally enriching programs and educational workshops that focus on race, culture, ethnicity, and social justice. Staff at the ICC serve as advocates for international and domestic multicultural students and are available for consultation. The Center creates programs to enhance appreciation for and awareness of cultural diversity. As part of The PwC Center, the Intercultural Center works in tandem with the other centers that comprise The PwC Center to ensure an inclusive Bryant Community.
Available to all members of the University community, the ICC provides an inviting seating area, a kitchen, and a multimedia conference room. The seating area serves as an informal gathering, to exchange ideas, and facilitate the mutual sharing of perspectives. The kitchen is available for individuals to share a home-cooked meal, warm up a meal, or make a dish together. The conference room is available for small group meetings, and teleconference communication, and can be reserved for video/phone interviews or for individual video calls to home.
The Intercultural Center (ICC) offers social and educational programs related to diverse traditions, self-identity development, community building, social justice, race and ethnicity, and power and privilege. Other programs of the Center include heritage month celebrations, dialogues about culture and current events, awareness/commemoration weeks, annual awards banquets, and social/food gatherings. The staff advises two major student organizations – The International Student Organization (ISO) and the Multicultural Student Union (MSU).
Location: Fisher Student Center, 2nd Floor
Phone: 401-232-6470
Website: Pride Center
The Pride Center provides a safe and supportive space for all members of the Bryant community to explore and engage with issues related to sexual orientation, gender identity, and allyship. Through educational programs, social events, and resources, the Pride Center offers support and information related to LGBTQ+ topics and connects individuals with organizations dedicated to fostering inclusivity and understanding.
As part of the PwC Center, the Pride Center is open to all members of Bryant to explore topics related to gender and sexuality. Our center is proud to offer the Safe Zone program to all students, faculty, and staff at Bryant University, fostering a more open, affirming, and supportive environment for LGBTQ+ individuals and their allies. The Pride Center collaborates with Bryant Pride and other student organizations dedicated to representing and supporting the LGBTQ+ community and its allies, both on the Bryant campus and beyond.
Additionally, the Pride Center offers a variety of resources to both the Bryant and local community. Please feel free to stop by for materials or information regarding hotlines, programs, organizations, films, or literature related to gender and sexuality issues.
Location: Fisher Student Center, 2nd Floor
Phone: 401-232-6854
Website: Women’s Center
The Gertrude Meth Hochberg Women’s Center engages the campus community in meaningful discussions surrounding gender equity, women’s empowerment, gender, and sexuality. The Hochberg Women’s Center is committed to enhancing the quality of life for women at Bryant University by providing a forum for all students to discuss issues facing women; both on campus and around the world. The Women’s Center is the home of the Alliance for Women’s Awareness, a student organization, and violence prevention and advocacy services. As part of The PwC Center, the Hochberg Women’s Center works in tandem with the other centers that comprise The PwC Center to ensure an inclusive Bryant community.
Available to all members of the University community, the Hochberg Women’s Center provides an inviting seating area and a comfortable meeting space. The seating area serves as a space for informal gatherings, to relax, to do homework, to engage in dialogue, and to provide mutual support. The meeting space can be reserved by students, staff, and faculty for small group meetings, programs, support groups, and confidential conversations.
The Hochberg Women’s Center provides social and educational programs relating to women’s empowerment, gender equity, healthy sexuality, body positivity, and power-based personal violence. These initiatives offer the campus community the opportunity to enhance their understanding of gender-related issues. The Center is proud to collaborate with staff, faculty, and student organizations to strengthen co-curricular education and foster Bryant’s student-centered learning environment.
The Hochberg Women’s Center also offers Violence Prevention and Advocacy Services. The Advocacy Helpline, which provides guidance, support, and empowerment to survivors of violence, is operated by trained faculty and staff First Responders and is available 24/7 during the academic year. The Women’s Center is also home to the University’s on-campus Advocates, who are prepared to provide private support, guidance, referrals, and both on- and off-campus resources to Bryant community members impacted by violence.
Bryant University admits students of any race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, color, and national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally afforded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate unlawfully on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, color, or national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admission policies, scholarships and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs. In addition, Bryant University does not discriminate unlawfully against the disabled and is in full compliance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
Inquiries/complaints with regard to discrimination on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, color or national or ethnic origin should be directed to the Vice President for Student Affairs:
Bryant University
1150 Douglas Pike
Smithfield, RI 02917-1284
401-232-6046
Inquiries with regard to disabled student issues should be directed to the Office of Accessibility Services, 401-232-6830, accessibilitysvcs@bryant.edu
Persons may also contact Director, U.S. Department of Education, Office of Civil Rights, Region One, Boston, MA 02109, regarding the University’s compliance with regulations.